Le Male Essence de
| Parfum | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2016 | Year | 2024 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Proud of You Leather
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Which Should You Buy?
A truly divisive Le Male flanker. This 'grown-up' take on the classic is loved by many for its mature leather and vanilla, but others find it unremarkable or even harsh. Definitely not a blind buy unless you're chasing that discontinued hype.
A solid, crowd-pleasing sweet leather. If you favour a modern take on leather over anything too animalic, this budget-friendly scent will genuinely surprise you with its depth and longevity.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 6% | 1% |
| Floral | 5% | 6% |
| Fruity | 1% | 0% |
| Green | 15% | 16% |
| Sweet | 17% | 17% |
| Warm | 32% | 24% |
| Woody | 7% | 14% |
| Earthy | 8% | 12% |
| Animalic | 17% | 11% |
| Fresh | 15% | 15% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its warm, spicy, and leathery profile, coupled with moderate projection, makes it an excellent choice for dates or formal evening events. While some find it office-safe due to its toned-down sillage, its sensual nature might be too much for casual daytime wear or sport.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
With strong projection and 8+ hours longevity, this scent is ideal for evenings and dates where you want to make an impression. Its warmth and sweetness make it a bit much for a formal office setting, but it could work for a casual night out.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Leather, Aromatic, Lavender accords and Lavender, Leather notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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